Since FTA launched the Van Excellence scheme in 2010 it has accredited a wide variety of van fleet operators, including many high profile businesses such as BT Fleet, Balfour Beatty, British Gas, Sainsbury’s, West Midlands Ambulance Service and Network Rail. “We are proud to be associated with the FTA & the Van Excellence Scheme. The […]
The investors were not named but according to previous reports, they’re said to include TDR and several pension funds, including Dutch public sector fund PGGM. In today’s statement, LeasePlan said “confirms that it has been informed that the discussions are still underway. LeasePlan emphasises that these discussions may or may not result in an agreement.” […]
The tailored offerings are intended to help businesses increase operational efficiency, by providing a choice of products built on different pricing and network acceptance structures. For example, its new fleetone fuel card is aimed at car and van fleets operating nationally and provides access to 2,900 leading name filling stations across the country to offer […]
The company is keeping details under wraps but says that it is designed to fill a niche in the sector that has hitherto been unfulfilled. Managing director Ashley Sowerby said: “We believe that there is demand among fleets for a competitively priced, streamlined solution that provides rapid access to the latest technology and is highly […]
TRL, the UK’s transport research laboratory, confirmed the crash detection accuracy of RAC Telematics in a series of controlled tests. The results show a 92% accuracy in detecting crash and non-crash events in more than 60 tests, compared to an industry average of less than 70% for on-road systems. RAC Telematics MD Nick Walker said: […]
Brake’s resource pack is designed for use by SMEs, or larger companies and trade associations to encourage road safety among their SME partners, members and contractors. The pack includes: A comprehensive guidance report, The business case for fleet safety, outlining how fleet safety can save money, meet legal and moral responsibilities, and protect communities. The […]
The portal has been designed to make vehicle downtime as hassle free and efficient as possible. Selsia Central is now managing thousands of accident repairs for Selsia’s fleet clients right across the UK and is installed at 100 of Selsia’s approved repairers. Key features include: FNOL from basic to full, in-house or through Selsia’s 24 […]
Topics outlined in the discussion paper on private parking practices include whether there should be a ban on private companies setting excessive charges or levying excessive penalties for overstaying in a parking bay. The discussion could also consider the amount and type of data that should be provided to private parking operators by the Driver and Vehicle […]
As part of his keynote speech, Peter Hearn, head of policy at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), praised the FTA Van Excellence scheme – which he said had been “nurtured to improve the van situation,” but also outlined the challenge to van operators, stating that “whilst many strive to improve compliance in the […]
“The Mercedes-Benz pickup will contribute nicely to our global growth targets,” said Dr. Dieter Zetsche, chairman of the board of management Daimler AG, and head of Mercedes-Benz Cars Division. “We will enter this segment with our distinctive brand identity and all of the vehicle attributes that are typical of the brand with regard to safety, comfort, powertrains, […]
